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War of 1812
In the War of 1812 was caused by British restrictions on U.S. trade and America’s desire to expand its territory. -
American Settlers Move To Texas
Encouragement from Spanish Government turns Americans to Texas. -
1824 Election of President
Jackson lost the election because of the decision in the House of Representatives. -
1828 "Presidential Rematch"
John Adams faces Andrew Jackson in the election of 1828. Jackson won. -
Indian Removal Act
An authorization of the removal of the Native Americans who lived east of the Mississippi River lands in the West. -
States Rights Doctrine
Jackson argues that because the states had formed the national government, state power should be greater than federal power. -
Texans Declare Independence From Mexico
The new republic of Texas is born. -
Panic Of 1837
A severe economic depression. -
Trail Of Tears
U.S. troops remove all Cherokee to Indian Territory. The Cherokees were forced to march 800 miles. Almost 1/4 of the 18,000 Cherokee died on the trip. -
Americans Move West
Many settlers moved to the West in search of economic opportunity.